The Los Angeles Dodgers completed a major mid-season move on Saturday by acquiring two-time American League Cy Young winner Tarik Skubal from the Detroit Tigers. In exchange for the star pitcher, the Dodgers sent outfielder Zyhir Hope along with right-handed pitchers River Ryan and Brady Smith to Detroit. The All-Star pitcher is in the final year of his contract and is set to become a free agent at the end of the season, having recorded a 7-5 record with a 2.79 ERA across 16 starts this year. His departure from the Tigers follows unsuccessful contract extension negotiations.
Following the trade, former Pittsburgh Steelers nose tackle Breiden Fehoko, who previously played alongside Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow at LSU, took to social media to voice his frustration. "We’ll talk about it someday," he wrote on X. Breiden Fehoko @BreidenFehokoLINKLeBron James really ruined professional sports. His remark appears to be a critique of LeBron James’ high-profile 2010 free agency move to the Miami Heat, where he signed a six-year, $110 million contract. James joined the Philadelphia 76ers earlier this month.
Meanwhile, Joe Burrow is preparing for his seventh season with the Bengals after an injury-shortened 2025 campaign. Limited to just eight games last year due to a turf toe injury, Burrow managed 1,809 yards, 17 touchdowns, and five interceptions. NFL analyst Ralph Vacchiano expressed optimism regarding the team's outlook for 2026, noting, "With Joe Burrow back, the defensive front rebuilt, and a pretty easy schedule, it's hard not to be really excited about this team. Check back in Week 3, though. If the Bengals can avoid their trademark slow start, watch out."
